{"data":{"name":"Shrimp paste","slug":"shrimp-paste","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Bagoong hipon"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Shrimp paste (bagoong alamang) is a salty, flavorful condiment made from fermented shrimp. It\u2019s usually used in small amounts to add \u201cumami\u201d taste to dishes like bagoong fried rice, kinilaw, and sinigang.","common_uses_philippines":["Bagoong fried rice","Sinigang with bagoong","Kinilaw with bagoong","Ginisang munggo with bagoong","Kare-kare with bagoong","Bagoong rice bowls"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":68,"protein_g":12.5,"fat_g":1.9,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":0.1,"fiber_g":1.3,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":4396,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":5,"calcium_mg":404,"iron_mg":1.4,"phosphorus_mg":240,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":250,"total_ash_g":19.1,"vitamin_a_ug":250,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.17,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":66.4},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Shrimp paste is low in calories and has little fat and carbs, so it won\u2019t add much energy to your meals. However, it\u2019s also typically high in sodium, which can be a concern if you eat it often or in big portions. The fiber content is present but usually you\u2019ll still use only a spoonful\u2014so it\u2019s not a main source of fiber. For everyday eating (3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks), using shrimp paste as a flavor booster can help make meals more satisfying, but keep portions small so your overall sodium stays reasonable.","healthier_tips":["Use it as a condiment, not as a main ingredient\u2014start with 1\u20132 teaspoons, then adjust.","Balance your plate: pair with vegetables, lean proteins, and rice in appropriate portions so the meal is complete.","If you\u2019re watching salt, try mixing bagoong with calamansi, vinegar, or water to spread the flavor.","Limit frequent \u201cbagoong-heavy\u201d meals; spread it out across the week while keeping your daily meals varied.","Stay mindful of other salty items in the same meal (fish sauce, soy sauce, salted eggs) to avoid stacking sodium."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/shrimp-paste?agent=true"}}}